72Operating EnvironmentRemember to follow any special regulations in forcein any area and always switch off your phonewhenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it maycause interference of danger.When connecting the phone or any accessory toanother device, read its user’s guide for detailedsafety instructions. Do not connect incompatibleproducts.As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment,users are advised that for the satisfactory operationof the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it isrecommended that the equipment should only beused in the normal operating position (held to yourear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder).Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded fromradio frequency (RF) signals. However, certainelectronic equipment may not be shielded againstthe RF signals from your wireless phone.consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives.PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that aminimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) bemaintained between a wireless phone and apacemaker to avoid potential interference with thepacemaker. These recommendations are consistent73with the independent research by and recommen-dations of Wireless Technology Research.Persons with pacemakers:• Should always keep the phone more than 6inches (15cm) from their pacemaker when thephone is switched on;• Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;• Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker tominimize the potential for interference.• If you have any reason to suspect thatinterference is taking place, switch off yourphone immediately.Hearing AidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere withsome hearing aids. In the event of such interference,you may want to consult your hearing aidmanufacturer to discuss alternatives.Other Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal medical devices,consult the manufacturer of your device to determineif they are adequately shielded from external RFenergy. Your physician may be able to assist you inobtaining this information. Switch off your phone inhealth care facilities when any regulations posted inthese areas instruct you to do so.Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could besensitive to external RF energy.VehiclesRF signals may affect improperly installed orinadequately shielded electronic systems in motorvehicles. Check with the manufacturer or itsrepresentative regarding your vehicle.